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May 20, 2024 · In this cat feeding guide, you’ll learn how to nourish your cat from kittenhood through their senior years. You’ll find out how much to feed your cat at different life stages, how many meals they need per day, and which types of food are best.
If you want to offer your cat a treat, or if you’re thinking about making your own cat food, there are some foods that are safe for cats. Many proteins like meat, poultry, eggs, and fish are safe for cats as long as they are lean and properly cooked.
Diet is the brick and mortar of health. This paper lays out some often‐ignored principles of feline nutrition and explains why cats have a much better chance at optimal health if they are fed a canned food diet instead of dry kibble.
Fresh water and food Cats need fresh water every day and food up to three times a day. Feed both dry and canned food, and follow the label for portion sizes. If you have multiple cats, you will need multiple dishes in separate locations so each cat can eat and drink undisturbed (same for litter boxes, too!). A scratching post
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- Introduction
- How Many Times A Day Should You Feed Cats?
- Should I Feed Wet Or Dry Cat Food, Or A combination?
- How Many Treats Can My Cat Eat?
- How Do I Know If My Cat Is Their Ideal Weight?
- How Much Should I Feed My Overweight Cat For Weight Loss?
- How Much Should I Feed My Underweight Cat For Weight Gain?
- How Much Should I Feed My kitten?
- How Much Should I Feed My Senior Cat?
- What's The Best Food to Feed My Cat?
Welcome to our cat food calculator to help you estimate how much wet or dry food, or a mixture of both, to feed your cat so they don't become overweight or too thin. In this article, we will explore the following: 1. An explanation of how to use the food calculator, including finding out how many calories are in the food, deciding what proporti...
Cats are biologically adapted to eating small, frequent meals throughout the day since their wild ancestors (the African Wildcat) typically eat 7-20 morsels daily, such as mice, rodents, and reptiles. Mimicking their ancestors' eating behavior as closely as possible is believed to lead to increased health and wellness. Water intake in cats was al...
There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question, as it ultimately depends on your cat's individual needs and preferences. Both wet and dry cat food can provide complete and balanced nutrition, and both have advantages. 1. Cats' ancestors are desert dwellers who can produce highly concentrated urine and have most of their water needs met f...
Your cat should be fed less of their main diet if feeding treats, and the calories from treats should not comprise more than 10% of the daily recommended caloric intake to avoid an unbalanced diet and nutritional deficiencies. Check out the Cat Treat Calculatorto estimate how many treats your cat is allowed each day and the reduced amount of th...
The best way to determine if your cat is at their ideal weight is to perform a body condition score (BCS) evaluation. This involves looking at and feeling your cat, focusing on the ribs, waist, and belly. A cat at their ideal weight should have a visible but not overly narrow waist when viewed from above, a slight abdominal tuck when viewed fro...
For slightly overweight cats, the amount of recommended food can be reduced by 10%. However, their weight should be regularly reassessed and the amount of food adjusted as necessary. Use the calculator below to subtract 10% from the recommended amount of food. If a cat is moderately to severely overweight, reducing the amount of their regul...
The amount of recommended food can be increased by 20% for underweight cats. However, their weight should be regularly reassessed and the amount of food adjusted as necessary. Use the calculator below to add 20% to the recommended amount of food. Causes of weight loss in cats include insufficient calories, dental disease, intestinal parasit...
Growing kittens have relatively high-calorie requirements that continue to increase as they grow, so to determine the amount to feed we recommend following the feeding instructions found on the package, which are usually based on body weight and age. However, feeding guidelines can sometimes be quite broad, and the actual amount your kitten req...
The amount to feed a senior cat will depend on if they are underweight (see how much to feed an underweight cat), their ideal weight, or overweight (see how much to feed an overweight cat). A research paperfound that from around 12 years of age, cats will naturally start to lose fat and muscle mass, and are prone to becoming underweight. They a...
When selecting a cat food, follow the World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA) Guidelines on Selecting Pet Foods. In summary, choose a food brand that: 1. Employs at least one full-time qualified nutritionist 2. Employs qualified and experienced pet food formulators 3. Meets the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) or...
The WHISKAS ® range of cat food includes dry food, and wet food, which comes in cans and trays. They are all complete and balanced so you can feed your cat the food that is tailored to their life-stage and be confident that they are getting all the nutrients they need in just the right amounts.
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Cats can be notoriously picky eaters, and their preference for wet food over dry food can sometimes be a cause for concern. In this article, we will explore why your cat may only want to eat wet food, as well as provide some tips on how to address this issue.
